JAWBREAKER: Movie Screening + Q&A with Director Darren Stein & Rebecca Gayheart Dane!
Join Us for a Special Rooftop Screening of Jawbreaker with Director Darren Stein, Star Rebecca Gayheart Dane & Surprise Guests
📍 Skyline Cinema Club by LA Explained @ The Montalbán Theatre
📅 Saturday, May 24th | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Don’t miss your chance to experience one of the most iconic teen movies of the late ’90s like never before—under the stars in the heart of Hollywood.
LA Explained is proud to present a special rooftop screening of Jawbreaker as part of our Skyline Cinema Club series, hosted at the historic Montalbán Theatre. To celebrate the film’s enduring legacy, we’ll be joined by director Darren Stein, star Rebecca Gayheart Dane, and a few surprise guests for an exclusive live panel discussion and audience Q&A ahead of the screening.
This once-in-a-lifetime event will also be recorded live as the debut episode of the upcoming LA Explained podcast series, offering guests an inside look into the wild, candy-coated world of Jawbreaker. From behind-the-scenes secrets to real-life inspirations pulled from Stein’s Valley upbringing, the evening promises a deep dive into one of the most beloved cult classics of its time.
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now! Don’t miss this unforgettable night of outdoor cinema in Los Angeles—complete with rooftop views, insider stories, and a high school horror comedy that redefined the genre.
About the Film:
When an exclusive clique of teenage socialites accidentally murders their best friend Liz (Charlotte Ayanna), the three girls responsible—Courtney (Rose McGowan), Julie (Rebecca Gayheart), and Marcie (Julie Benz)—conspire to cover it up. But when nerdy outcast Fern Mayo (Judy Greer) gets pulled into the scheme, the halls of Reagan High are flipped upside down. Featuring a powerhouse cast and wicked wit, Jawbreaker is a twisted take on high school royalty, deception, and revenge.
Behind the Film:
From the moment Jawbreaker hit the big screen in 1999, Darren Stein secured his place as a defining voice in cult cinema. His candy-colored, razor-sharp dark comedy turned the high school drama on its head, introducing audiences to the unforgettable world of Courtney Shayne and her killer posse. But before he redefined the genre, Stein was just a Valley kid growing up in LA—his love for cinema shaped by neon malls, legendary theaters, and real-life Valley Girls who inspired his characters.
In his exclusive guest article for the LA Explained blog, Memoirs of a Movie-Loving Valley Boy, Darren traces the hometown roots and coming-of-age moments that shaped Jawbreaker’s signature style.
📖 Read the full article here →
About Skyline Cinema Club by LA Explained:
Set high above Vine Street at the Montalbán Theatre rooftop, Skyline Cinema Club is LA Explained’s signature outdoor movie experience in Los Angeles. Each rooftop screening is hand-selected to showcase the films that helped define the city's identity—from cult classics and Y2K teen comedies to noir thrillers and legendary blockbusters.
This isn’t just a movie night—it’s a curated cultural experience that brings audiences closer to the stories, the locations, and the filmmakers behind them. With special guest appearances, live DJ sets, post-show Q&As, local food pop-ups, and sweeping skyline views, every event at Skyline Cinema Club lets you step into the scene.
Explore the full lineup of upcoming rooftop screenings at www.LAEXPLAINED.com/Movies